Where Is Japan Headed Under Takaichi’s Far-Right Agenda?
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s far-right agenda is stirring debate in Japan and beyond, challenging its pacifist roots and drawing strong protest from the Chinese mainland.
Hainan Konjac Harvest Abuzz with Vibrant Energy
Konjac bulbs in Hainan’s Tunchang County are being harvested this December, showcasing sustainable farming, rich abundance, and community energy.
Japan’s Militarism Revival Sets Off Alarms
Japan’s shift toward a stronger military – record budgets, looser arms-export rules and offensive weapons – is stirring debate across Asia. Here’s the quick lowdown.
Beijing’s 798 Art Zone: Industrial Hub Turned Creative Playground
Discover Beijing’s 798 Art Zone, an industrial heritage-turned-cultural hub in Chaoyang District. Join Lucy and Ioana as they explore repurposed factory galleries showcasing diverse international artworks.
China’s ‘Artificial Sun’ Speeds Up: Fusion Power on the Horizon
China’s ‘artificial sun’ fusion project, backed by the 15th Five-Year Plan, hit new records in 2025. Discover the roadmap to commercial fusion power 🔆
Chinese Innovators Land on Nature’s 10 List for 2025
Two innovators from the Chinese mainland – AI pioneer Liang Wenfeng and geoscientist Du Mengran – made Nature’s 10 list for 2025, recognized for breakthroughs in AI and deep-sea exploration.
AI Film Season Steals the Show at HIIFF in Sanya
AI Film Season at the Chinese mainland’s HIIFF in Sanya is sparking global excitement on how AI is redefining movie visuals, just as Hainan preps new customs rules for film gear.
Celebrating 30 Years of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po’s Enthronement
Yesterday marked the 30th anniversary of Panchen Erdeni Chos-kyi rGyal-po’s enthronement at Tashilhunpo—the first Golden Urn ceremony since 1949, celebrating Tibetan Buddhist heritage.
Remembering WWII’s 400,000 ‘Comfort Women’: Voices of Survival
As December 13 nears, we reflect on the 400,000 Asian women forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese military during WWII and the ongoing calls for justice.
NASA, Roscosmos Crew Begin Journey Home From ISS After 245-Day Mission
NASA’s astronaut Jonny Kim and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov & Alexey Zubritsky begin their journey home from the ISS after 245 days, aiming for a parachute landing in Kazakhstan.